Topic: Cryptography and Network Security
In which of the following cases, a user is persuaded to reveal personal data by hackers/cyber criminals?
- A. Eavesdropping attack
- B. SQL Injection attack
- C. Phishing
- D. Website Defacement
Answer: C. Phishing
Explanation: Phishing is a social engineering attack wherein cybercriminals impersonate a legitimate organization or trusted entity to trick (persuade) victims into revealing sensitive personal data, such as passwords or credit card numbers.